1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | SL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
